N+ has opened preorders on two Volkswagen-branded e-bikes, the Sport and the Crossover. The Sport is a high-step urban commuter, while the Crossover leans more utility with a step-thru frame and an integrated cargo rack (one can also be added to the Sport). Both are optimized for the EU market, but they can be preordered here in the US. This follows N+’s partnerships with Ford and Mercedes on other car-branded e-bikes.

Both models share a 250W Yamaha PW-X3 mid-drive with 85 Nm of torque and six assist levels, plus an automatic mode that adjusts power output based on riding conditions. Other shared specs include a fully integrated, removable 490 Wh battery good for up to 99 miles of range, a 9-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain, Tektro 2-piston hydraulic brakes, a 100mm suspension fork, and a 15.5 mph top speed. Both bikes also get a custom single-piece stem and handlebar with an integrated display, similar to the Mercedes e-bike we tested previously.

One of the standout features is Smart View, a rear-facing radar system that activates a rear-view camera when traffic approaches from behind. The bikes also come with an integrated security system that includes motion detection, an alarm, and Apple Find My compatibility, along with a rear wheel lock and side lighting with a turn signal function.

Optional accessories include a Smart Helmet with front and rear lights that sync to the bike, brake lights, turn signals, and crash detection that can message an emergency contact after an impact. There are also Smart Glasses with a heads-up display for speed, navigation, and radar-activated blind spot alerts. Both bikes can be paired with a rack-mounted range-extender battery. The Sport can be preordered for $4,000, while the Crossover runs $4,350.

Our Take:

The car-branded e-bike trend keeps rolling, and N+ is packing in a genuinely useful feature set here rather than just slapping a logo on a standard commuter. Smart View in particular stands out. A radar-activated rear camera addresses a real safety gap for city riders sharing the road with cars. That said, these bikes are built around EU regulations, so US buyers should go in expecting a 15.5 mph assisted top speed rather than the 20-28 mph most American riders are used to. At this price point, that’s a real tradeoff to weigh.

Tern has launched a third generation of its popular HSD longtail cargo e-bike. The new models are stiffer and more reinforced than their predecessors, with a lower center of gravity. Gross vehicle weight comes in at 419 lbs (190 kg), which covers the bike itself, the rider, and up to 176 lbs of cargo or passengers.

The Gen 3 HSD uses different frame geometry than earlier versions, along with the brand’s adjustable Andros stem and dual-telescoping VLT seatpost, fitting riders from 4’11” to 6’9″. All models are Class 3 e-bikes running Bosch Gen 5 Performance or Performance PX mid-drives, with either 70 or 90 Nm of torque and a 545 Wh battery. They also feature Magura hydraulic disc brakes and Bosch’s eShift wireless electronic shifting, along with Flow app compatibility for assist personalization and security features.

Drivetrain options range from a 10-speed TRP chain drive paired with Bosch eShift up to a 3×3 NINE 9-speed internal gear hub, which delivers a 554% gear range. The bike also stands vertically for easier storage. Pricing spans $5,000 to $7,500 depending on configuration.

Our Take:

Tern’s HSD has long been one of the go-to compact cargo bikes for families who need serious hauling capacity without a full longtail’s footprint, and this update looks like a meaningful refinement rather than a reinvention. The wider rider fit range and the internal gear hub option with a 554% range are the details that matter most here. Cargo bike owners tend to keep their bikes a long time, so a stiffer, lower frame should pay off in everyday stability with a loaded bike. The price jump to $7,500 for the top build is steep, but Bosch’s eShift and a proper internal gear hub aren’t cheap components to begin with.

Importers of e-bikes and other micromobility devices will soon need to submit documentation of compliance with CPSC standards through a new eFiling program. CPSC Acting Chairman Peter Feldman said the agency faces a surge of imported products moving through increasingly complex supply chains, including direct-to-consumer shipments that often bypass traditional retail channels, and that the eFiling system is meant to help the agency identify and stop high-risk shipments earlier.

The goal is better coordination between the CPSC and Customs and Border Protection, allowing both agencies to focus enforcement resources where they matter most. There are still open questions about how this will play out in practice. The current mechanical standard for bicycles and e-bikes, 16 CFR 1512, covers mechanical requirements only and doesn’t address batteries. As we’ve reported before, the CPSC has also floated a proposal that would require e-bikes and similar devices to meet stricter UL battery standards, though it remains to be seen whether that will move forward. In theory, that standard would give brands an easier path to proving compliance.

Our Take:

More scrutiny on where e-bikes and batteries come from is a good thing, especially given how many battery fire stories we’ve covered on this show. But eFiling alone doesn’t close the real gap, since the current mechanical standard still says nothing about batteries. Import paperwork can flag a shipment, but it can’t tell CBP whether the battery inside it is safe. Until the UL battery standard proposal actually gets enacted, this feels like a useful but incomplete step.

Specialized has introduced three EU-market models in its Turbo Vado 3 IGH line: the 4.0, 5.0, and 6.0. Each is built around an Enviolo continuously variable transmission paired with a Gates Carbon belt drive. All three share a Specialized 3.1 mid-drive with 810W of peak power and 105 Nm of torque, an integrated and removable 840 Wh battery, integrated lights, fenders, and a cargo rack, a single-piece stem and handlebar setup with internal wiring, and Apple Find My compatibility.

The 4.0 uses manual shifting, an SR Suntour suspension fork, a suspension seatpost without a dropper, and a stem-integrated display. The 5.0 also uses manual shifting and an SR Suntour fork, but upgrades to a dropper seatpost with suspension, a touchscreen display, and high-end Supernova lighting. The 6.0 tops the range with Enviolo’s Automatiq shifting, a Rockshox Psylo suspension fork, a dropper seatpost with suspension, a large 2.2 inch touchscreen display, an included front rack, a Quadlock mount with wireless charging, keyless anti-theft, and a Garmin Radar. Pricing ranges from 4,999 to 7,900 Euros.

Our Take:

Pairing a CVT with a belt drive is a smart combination for a commuter built around low maintenance, and the tiered feature set gives riders a real reason to step up through the lineup rather than just paying more for the same bike in a different color. The 6.0’s Garmin Radar and Automatiq shifting make it the standout, but the price gap between it and the 4.0 is nearly 3,000 Euros. It’s a shame this lineup is EU-only for now, since a lot of US riders would appreciate a maintenance-light commuter option like this.

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Amflow’s new TL is an SUV-style e-bike built to handle commuting, long-distance touring, and trekking, with enough trail manners to venture off-road too. It blends eMTB styling with a more upright, commuter-friendly riding position, and it’s built around a 6.4-lb carbon fiber frame with full Fox suspension, 120mm up front and 105mm in the rear. The bike is compatible with 27.5, 29, or mixed wheel setups, and Amflow says an anti-squat design keeps pedaling efficient even under full suspension travel.

Power comes from an Avinox M2 mid-drive with up to 125 Nm of torque, paired with a Traction Control System that adjusts output automatically to help maintain grip. Riders can run a 600 or 800 Wh main battery, and an optional range extender pushes total capacity up to 1,280 Wh for a claimed 169 miles of range. A TRP electronic derailleur handles shifting, and the bike can carry up to 440 lbs total (rider, bike, and cargo included) with a trailer, panniers, or other luggage attached.

On the tech side, the TL pairs with the Avinox Ride app for offline navigation, includes Apple Find My for location tracking, and can sync with a heart rate monitor to automatically adjust power and keep riders in a target zone. Amflow also showed a charging hub that recharges up to four batteries in sequence, with a settable charge limit to stop topping off once a battery hits a set percentage. The TL was shown at Eurobike in multiple configurations, including one with drop bars.

Our Take:

The range numbers here are what stand out most. A 1,280 Wh total capacity with a range extender is a lot of battery for a single bike, and 169 miles puts this firmly in a different category than most commuter or touring e-bikes we’ve covered. The heart rate integration is a nice touch for anyone using an e-bike as part of a fitness routine rather than just point A to point B transportation. We’d like to see final pricing and a US release timeline before getting too far ahead of ourselves, but on paper, this looks like a serious touring platform.

Amazon and Underwriters Laboratories filed suit back in January against four companies and an individual over trademark counterfeiting, trademark infringement, and false designation of origin. The companies in question made and sold e-bikes and e-scooters that falsely claimed UL certification. Three of the companies were based in China and one in Hong Kong.

The complaint stated that the defendants’ actions infringed and misused UL’s intellectual property, breached contracts with Amazon, and undermined the trust customers place in both companies. Seven models sold by Aipas and A4 were listed as falsely bearing the UL trademark. A judge for the US District Court for Western Washington ruled in favor of Amazon and UL on some claims while dismissing others, and issued an injunction barring the companies from importing, manufacturing, distributing, or promoting any product using a counterfeit or imitation of UL’s certification marks, or from helping others do the same.

We previously reviewed the Aipas M2 Pro around the same time it came out that the company had falsely claimed its batteries used Samsung cells. The bike’s webpage still claims UL 2849 and UL 2271 certification for the bike and its battery. We’ve reached out to the testing lab, SGS, to verify those documents and will report back on what we find.

Our Take:

Fake certifications are one of the more dangerous problems in this industry, because a UL mark is supposed to mean something specific about how a battery was tested. When that mark shows up on a product that never went through the process, riders are trusting a label that doesn’t hold up. This ruling won’t fix the whole problem on its own, but it’s a real consequence for companies that have been getting away with it. We’ll update this story once we hear back from SGS.

The CPSC has issued a new warning telling owners of Ridstar’s Q20 and Q20 Lite e-bikes to stop riding them immediately. These same models were already the subject of a battery safety warning back in March, when 11 fire-related incidents had been reported and Ridstar refused to agree to a recall.

This latest warning is about the front wheels, which can detach without warning and create a serious crash hazard. As of June 25th, the CPSC had logged 32 related incidents, 31 of which involved broken bones, concussions, cuts, and bruises. Ridstar has again been unresponsive to the agency’s efforts to get more information or start a recall. The CPSC is urging owners to stop using these e-bikes and dispose of them, with batteries taken to a local household hazardous waste center. The bikes were manufactured in China and sold through AliExpress, Amazon, Walmart, and Ridstar’s own site.

Our Take:

Two separate safety warnings on the same model in a matter of months, with no recall and no response from the manufacturer, is about as bad as it gets. A detaching front wheel is not a minor defect. We’d add that this is a good example of why thru-axle designs, which use a threaded bolt instead of a quick-release skewer, are worth seeking out. If you or someone you know owns one of these bikes, stop riding it.

Galian’s new Formidable is a French-built cargo e-bike with both a rear seat and a front passenger compartment, giving it a claimed capacity to carry up to four kids at once. The front compartment uses 5-point harnesses, while the rear seat has a folding handrail so parents don’t have to lift kids into place. Total carrying capacity is 250 kg, or 551 lbs.

The frame is made in France from 7000-series aluminum with a 10-year warranty, and buyers can choose between a Valeo Cyclee mid-drive with 130 Nm of torque and an integrated automatic gear system, or a Bosch motor with 120 Nm paired to a 9-speed Shimano CUES drivetrain. Battery options run from a 630 Wh pack on the Valeo system to 545 Wh or 800 Wh packs on the Bosch version. The bike uses a steer-by-wire system with up to 90 degrees of tire turn for tight maneuvering, along with 3-inch balloon tires, 4-piston hydraulic disc brakes, and 203mm rotors. Pricing starts at 7,500 Euros, with options for an alarm, location tracking, and a passenger canopy.

Our Take:

This is a genuinely capable design, and the four-kid capacity alone sets it apart from most family cargo bikes we’ve seen. We’d love to see more options like this reach the US, but for now, Europe still has the edge when it comes to cargo bike variety and features like steer-by-wire tuning.

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The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has proposed a new round of Section 301 tariffs targeting 60 countries, and the bike industry is directly in the crosshairs. The tariffs are aimed at nations the USTR says have failed to adequately address forced labor in their supply chains. If enacted, countries that have taken partial steps against forced labor, like Cambodia, Taiwan, the EU, Malaysia, and Indonesia, would see a 10% tariff. Countries with no such protections, including China, Thailand, Vietnam, Japan, and Switzerland, would be hit with 12.5%.

PeopleForBikes notes that no specific products have been named yet, but expects the tariffs to apply broadly to all imported goods from these countries. The group also anticipates additional tariffs on Vietnam. The proposal is currently open for public comment, with the deadline set for July 6th at midnight, and the USTR will hold hearings on July 7th, so we should have more clarity soon after.

To be clear, we don’t support the use of forced labor in manufacturing. But we also stand with PeopleForBikes and the rest of the industry in pushing back against tariffs this broad, especially when they threaten to raise prices across the board without targeting specific bad actors.

Our Take:

Tariffs have been a recurring headache for this industry, and this latest round could be one of the more disruptive yet given how many countries and how much of the supply chain it touches. If you want a say in how this plays out, now’s the time to submit a comment before the July 6th deadline. We’ll keep you posted as more comes out of the July 7th hearings.

As we reported back in May of 2025, the CPSC voted to advance a proposal for revised UL 2271 and UL 2849 testing standards covering e-bikes, along with updated UL 2272 standards for electric scooters and other mobility devices. The updated standards would require tamper-resistant battery packs, a post-discharge charge test to prevent charging when cell temperatures run too high, and a reverse-polarity test to cut down on damage from incompatible chargers.

The CPSC pushed for these changes because it felt current standards weren’t doing enough to protect consumers from lithium-ion battery risks, especially thermal runaway. Former CPSC commissioner Alexander Hoehn-Saric said the process was delayed after being sent to the Office of Management and Budget for review, and added that without a quorum, any final rule the CPSC issues is legally vulnerable to a court challenge. Two other former commissioners pointed out that the proposal should also go through the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs before opening to public comment, and skipping that step could make approval harder.

There’s clearly some legal back-and-forth happening behind the scenes, but the proposal is now open for comment on the Federal Register.

Our Take:

Better battery testing standards are a good thing for everyone riding these bikes, but the legal uncertainty here is worth watching. If the CPSC’s lack of quorum really does leave this rule open to challenge, we could be looking at a much longer road before these protections take effect.

As we covered a few weeks ago, Florida’s SB 382 proposed a 10 mph speed limit for e-bikes within 50 feet of pedestrians, along with a task force to study e-bike and micromobility incidents and recommend future safety legislation. The bill passed through Florida’s legislature with unanimous approval, but Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed it, citing concerns that enforcement would require speed detection and surveillance devices.

In his veto letter, DeSantis wrote that the bill “will likely lead to enhanced surveillance by local governments against citizens,” and pointed out that it would implement substantive changes before the task force even had a chance to make recommendations. Many Florida officials have criticized the veto given the bill’s unanimous support, and for now, individual cities are left to handle e-bike safety concerns on their own.

Electrek’s Micah had a sharp response to the governor’s reasoning, saying that anyone who thinks speed limits are a problem because they require checking people’s speeds might want to step back from decision-making roles altogether, since that’s simply how speed limits work.

Our Take:

We get the concern about surveillance, but speed enforcement already works this way for cars, so it’s a strange line to draw specifically for e-bikes. Without state-level guidance, Florida cities are now on their own to figure out safety rules, which could lead to a patchwork of local regulations that’s harder for riders to navigate.

Gobao, the motor and battery maker that previously partnered with Aventon to develop the A100 mid-drive found on the Ramblas eMTB, revealed a new fast-charging package at Eurobike this week, alongside a motor gearbox unit similar to the one we recently covered from Avinox.

E-bikes used to ship with 2A chargers, and some still do, while 3A and 4A chargers have become more standard. Amflow and Specialized have pushed that further with chargers as powerful as 12A, but Gobao’s new charger raises the bar significantly higher. The company claims an 80% charge on a 750 Wh battery in just 15 minutes.

Gobao currently manufactures in China and Indonesia, with plans to expand into Vietnam. According to Cycling Electric, about two-thirds of the company’s manufacturing is automated, resulting in only around 50 mistakes per million units produced.

Our Take:

Charging speeds like this would have sounded impossible a few years ago, and if Gobao can actually deliver this reliably at scale, it could push the rest of the industry to catch up fast. We’re curious to see this charger paired with an actual production bike before we get too excited, though. Claims at a trade show and real-world performance don’t always match.

Rad Life Mobility, a subsidiary of Life EV Holdings and the owner of Rad Power Bikes, has officially acquired QuietKat, the e-bike brand known for powerful all-terrain e-bikes built for hunters, fishermen, and other outdoor enthusiasts.

QuietKat has been through plenty of change already. The brand was founded in Colorado in 2012 by brothers Jake and Justin Roach, then purchased by Vista Outdoor, also the owner of Fox Racing, Camelbak, and Giro, in 2021. When Vista later split, QuietKat stayed with a group of bike-related companies under Revelyst, and the brand moved to Irvine, California in 2024.

The deal was worked out at this year’s Eurobike show, though it’s not yet clear whether it’ll lead to any relocation or restructuring. Rad Life’s President and CEO Jim Brown said, “QuietKat has built a powerful brand with a loyal customer base and a clear identity in the off-road electric bike category. We see a tremendous opportunity to support that legacy with the industry experience, operational knowledge, dealer relationships, and supply chain capabilities we have developed across our broader electric mobility platform.” A separate division of the Life EV Group, Light Electric Vehicles Manufacturing, recently purchased an assembly facility for Rad Power Bikes in Tennessee, so there’s a chance QuietKat production ends up connected there too.

Our Take:

QuietKat has had a rough few years bouncing between owners, so it’s fair to wonder how much stability this actually brings. Rad Life has been expanding aggressively lately, and if the company backs up its statement with real investment in QuietKat’s lineup and dealer network, this could end up being a solid landing spot for the brand.

Enviolo’s new Utility Hub offers a 400% gearing range and supports up to 120 Nm of motor torque. It’s rated for a total weight of up to 661 lbs, which we’re assuming includes the bike itself. The hub is designed for cargo bikes, trekking and SUV-style bikes, and speed pedelecs (Class 3 e-bikes), and it replaces the company’s older Heavy Duty and Extreme hubs. That brings Enviolo’s lineup down to four models: City, Urban, Trekking, and Utility.

The Utility Hub aims to give loaded cargo and utility bikes enough range for easy climbing while still supporting speeds up to 28 mph on Class 3s, and it can be paired with either manual or automatic shifting interfaces (twist or Automatiq). According to BikeRumor, Enviolo used a new testing method for this hub that validates beyond what the hub itself currently requires, giving it room to handle future increases in motor torque as the industry keeps pushing higher numbers.

Our Take:

CVT hubs solve a real problem for cargo and utility riders who need a wide gear range without fiddling with a derailleur, and a 400% range paired with this kind of torque rating should cover just about any loaded hauling scenario. We’ll be curious to see this hub show up on production bikes and get some real-world testing.

As we reported back in November, Eurobike’s future has been uncertain ever since Bosch and two major German trade groups withdrew from the show. One of those groups, ZIV, recently announced a rival show called Towards Tomorrow, set to debut in early September of 2027.

This year’s Eurobike, the 34th edition of the show, was noticeably smaller than last year’s. Expolista reported over 1,500 exhibitors in 2025, while Bicycle Retailer put this year’s count at only around 800. Next year’s Eurobike will also take place in early September, ahead of the Towards Tomorrow event, and it’s shifting toward more of a business-to-business format. Organizers hope shortening the event to every other year will make it more appealing, and less expensive, for exhibitors.

Our Take:

It’s hard not to see this as a sign of how much trade shows are changing industry-wide. Losing major players like Bosch clearly hurt attendance, and a biannual, more B2B-focused Eurobike alongside a brand-new competing show means the industry’s biggest stage could look very different by 2027.

Portland Design Works’ new BYOB (Bring Your Own Battery) Headlight sits somewhere between a typical wired-in headlight and a removable battery-powered light. Instead of using a proprietary battery, it runs off any power bank with a USB-A port, and PDW suggests keeping one stashed in a handlebar or frame bag, or just strapping it directly to your bars.

It bolts solidly to a fork crown or mounts to your handlebars using the two included mounts, and it swaps quickly between the two setups. The light puts out 350 lumens, or 100 lux, through a convex lens that focuses the beam ahead of you. PDW advertises 8 hours of runtime on a 10,000 mAh power bank, or 16 hours on a bank with twice that capacity.

The company backs the light with a lifetime warranty covering defects in workmanship or materials, as long as you have the original item and your receipt. PDW is also part of 1% For The Planet, donating a portion of its profits to environmental nonprofits. The BYOB Headlight is currently marked down to $49 from $80.

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Avinox debuted something genuinely interesting at Eurobike this week: the MG Concept, a unit that combines the company’s M2S mid-drive motor with a built-in continuously variable transmission (CVT). The result is a drivetrain that puts out up to 1,500W of peak power and 150 Nm of torque, while also offering regenerative braking to recover energy while braking or heading downhill.

The CVT offers fully customizable gear profiles ranging from 100% to 520%, and an automatic mode that lets the rider set a target cadence or power input and let the system handle the rest. Avinox claims shifting takes less than a tenth of a second, which would be faster than any traditional derailleur setup. The motor can also be locked electronically to prevent theft, and the system is compatible with either a chain or belt drive.

Avinox says the MG Concept can be adapted for eMTB, e-trekking, e-SUV, e-gravel, and other bike styles. It has already been shown on frames from Canyon, Mondraker, and others, which suggests it may be closer to production than a typical concept.

One detail Avinox didn’t elaborate on: the electric reverse assist feature. We’ll be curious to hear more about that one.

Our Take:

The specs here are hard to ignore. 150 Nm of torque, sub-tenth-of-a-second shifting, regenerative braking, and customizable gear profiles in a single integrated unit is a lot to offer. The CVT angle is particularly interesting because it removes the chain and derailleur from the efficiency equation entirely, at least in theory.

The fact that it’s already appearing on frames from recognizable brands is a good sign that this isn’t just a trade show exercise. Whether it can be manufactured at a price point that makes sense for production e-bikes is the question. We’ll be watching this one closely.

Bosch, a brand that has built its entire e-bike reputation on mid-drive motors, announced its first rear-hub motor this week. The Hub Line is designed specifically for city use. It has a nominal output of 250W, peaks at 400W, and delivers up to 45 Nm of torque. It supports speeds up to 28 mph, weighs around 5 lbs, and has a diameter of just 4 inches, making it nearly invisible once installed on a bike.

The Hub Line pairs with the PowerTube 360 battery, a 360 Wh pack that weighs around 6 lbs, putting the combined motor and battery weight at roughly 11 lbs. For riders who need more range, it’s also compatible with the PowerMore 250 range extender. Bosch estimates up to 50 miles of range on a charge.

The system is compatible with throttle levers up to 20 mph, locks the motor and battery when powered off, and connects to the Bosch Flow app for location tracking via the ConnectModule. It also supports eShift for automatic electronic gear changes, and an Auto mode uses intelligent sensors to adjust the level of assist automatically. Bosch says the system is designed to deliver a particularly strong boost when starting from a stop.

On the display side, Bosch released a new Intuvia 200 display along with a five-button LED controller that can replace a display entirely for riders who prefer a cleaner cockpit.

Bosch also announced an update to the Active Line Plus mid-drive motor. Torque goes from 50 to 60 Nm, while peak power stays at 600W. The motor got 17% smaller and shed 0.5 kg (about 1.1 lbs) in the process. Power delivery is reportedly smoother, and motor output can be tuned to match individual preferences.

Our Take:

This is a meaningful move from Bosch. The brand entering the hub motor category is not something many people would have predicted, and it signals that the company sees real demand in the urban commuter market that its mid-drive systems weren’t fully addressing.

The Hub Line’s specs are modest by design. At 45 Nm and 400W peak, this isn’t a motor for climbing mountains or carrying heavy cargo. But for a slim, low-maintenance, light city e-bike, the weight and size numbers are impressive. The Active Line Plus update is a solid improvement too, particularly the torque bump and the weight reduction.

Two major brands were ready to go with Hub Line-equipped models the same week Bosch announced the motor.

Canyon’s Roadlite: ON CF is a single-speed city e-bike built around a lightweight carbon fiber frame that weighs under 31 lbs. It comes equipped with a Gates belt drive, fast-rolling 700x35c Continental Grand Prix Urban tires, and a Selle Royal SRX saddle. The Hub Line motor delivers 45 Nm and 400W of peak power, and the 360 Wh battery is rated for up to 55 miles of range in Eco mode. Canyon also designed the frame with a kinked top tube to make it easier to lift and carry. The Roadlite: ON CF is available in black and white, with prices starting at 2,999 Euros. It also took home a Red Dot Best of the Best 2026 award.

Gazelle’s Curb is a contemporary, minimalist city e-bike that shares the same Hub Line motor and PowerTube 360 battery. It comes in two versions: the C1, a single-speed model with a Gates belt drive, and the T9, which adds a 9-speed Shimano CUES derailleur for riders who want gears. Both include Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes and Supernova lighting integrated into the handlebar and rear fender. Rather than a dedicated display, the Curb uses a smartphone mount (SP Connect or Quadlock). A wheel lock is included. Pricing starts at 2,399 Euros, with availability expected in the fall. The Curb also won a Red Dot Design Award.

Gazelle is also releasing a limited edition Curb in collaboration with Danish designer Mads Norgaard. It features a hand-painted black and white striped finish with a matte black front end, and each bike is hand-assembled. Only five will be sold. Interested buyers can pre-register on Gazelle’s website. It comes with a matching striped shirt from Mads Norgaard and carries the same 2,399 Euro price.

Our Take:

Both bikes make a strong case for what a lightweight, minimal city e-bike can look like when the motor and battery are handled well. Under 31 lbs for a carbon e-bike is genuinely light, and the Roadlite: ON CF’s design looks sharp for a single-speed commuter.

The Curb’s no-display approach is a choice some riders will love and others won’t. Using your phone as a display works fine until it doesn’t, but for a bike aimed at clean aesthetics, it makes visual sense. The T9 version with gears adds useful versatility for riders in hillier cities.

The limited edition collaboration is fun, though five units is more of a collector’s piece than a product launch. If you want one, get on that waitlist quickly.

The Spanish company Etnnic has released the V3 of its folding electric trike, a tadpole-style model with a folding aluminum frame that weighs 29.5 kg (about 65 lbs). Power comes from a 250W Bafang mid-drive motor with 95 Nm of torque and a top speed of 25 km/h (about 15.5 mph). The drivetrain uses an 8-speed Shimano Nexus gear hub and hydraulic brakes.

The 672 Wh battery carries a UN38.3 certification, meaning it has been subjected to vibration, impact, and temperature testing. Etnnic estimates a range of up to 110 km (around 68 miles). The trike also includes a rear cargo rack with rolling caster wheels, similar to the setup found on Brompton folding bikes. Folded dimensions come in at 103 x 93 x 45 cm (roughly 41″ x 37″ x 18″).

The V3 is available for pre-order now, with deliveries scheduled for June and July. It’s priced at 5,995 Euros.

Our Take:

Folding electric trikes occupy a pretty specific niche, but for riders who need the stability of three wheels, the cargo capacity, and the ability to fold down for storage or transport, there aren’t a ton of well-equipped options at any price. The 95 Nm torque figure from a 250W Bafang mid-drive is solid, and the UN38.3 battery certification is a meaningful detail given how often battery safety gets glossed over in product announcements.

At 65 lbs, this isn’t something you’ll be carrying up stairs, but folding trikes rarely are. The rolling caster wheels on the cargo rack are a smart design touch that make storage and movement on foot more practical.

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